Lake Pflugerville Half Century II---(CW)

Type

Road, Social, No Drop

Level

Novice
Rides suitable for cyclists who are new to the sport (or who have not been on a bike for some years), family-friendly rides or any riders that feel a need for some mentoring. Note: please note that minors under the age of 16 cannot participate in rides unless accompanied by a parent or guardian. Families with children should, in any event, confirm with the ride leader ahead of time that the ride will be suitable for their needs.

Intermediate
Targeted towards riders who have a few years in the saddle, who have developed some riding confidence and fitness and feel ready to move to the next level. Could attract more experienced riders who are looking for a relaxed or less aggressive ride.

Advanced
Limited to experienced riders with superior bike handling skills and who are comfortable with a fast pace (probably including single and/or double pace-line riding) and/or hilly terrain, and the possibility of heavily trafficked roads. Advanced rides are less likely to be "no-drop" unless identified as such.

Intermediate

Expected Turnout

Under 15 riders

Distance

48 - 50

miles

Average Speed

14 - 16

mph

Terrain

Mostly flat

Date

Tuesday, 1 Jan, 2019

Time

11:30 AM

Tom V

Response rate:

39%

Response time:

44 minutes

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Status:

FIRST Ride of the NEW YEAR -- 2019

Description

Start off the new year - 2019 - with a fun/social ride to recover from your New Years eve Party--?
We'll be in east & north Williamson County on some quiet farm/ranch roads. Although the roads may be quiet; some are "vintage" chip seal and a little bumpy---air up your ties accordingly! Expect to ride a steady "B" pace (14-16 mph), no-drop ride, with re-grouping as needed at the next turn.
We'll have 1 store stop, in Circleville, at 24 miles. Total climbing is only 1100 ft. (per RIDEwithGPS)

NOTE I: I do not have maps of this route, but good Q-sheets will be provided and the RIDEwithGPS link is provided here for downloading.

NOTE II: Helmets are required on ALL Bike Austin rides.

Come with you & your equipment ready to ride 50 miles, in time to get signed-in and participate in the starter's meeting at 11:20 AM, for a prompt roll-out at 11:30 AM. Let's all hope for some nice warm wind-free new year weather!

If you are not familiar with our ride catagories; please see the following 2 sights to insure you are matched for this ride:

http://www.austincycling.org/self_paced_and_hosted

http://www.austincycling.org/hosted_ride_descriptors

Meet at Lake Pflugerville's North parking lot (ride start map location attached).
Rest Rooms are open/available.

Check this posting ride day morning in case of a weather cancellation.

Tom Via 512-913-4920

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Organization

Bike Austin ( BikeAustin.Org )

We envision Central Texas as a place where everyone recognizes and embraces the benefits of cycling, whether they ride or not, and where cycling is a common aspect of daily life for ... moreeveryone. Central Texas has a comprehensive bicycle network enabling people in the region to comfortably, safely and efficiently use a bike for transportation and recreation. Bicycling supports the community as a whole by: increasing roadway capacity and user mobility; strengthening the economy and household affordability; improving the environment; and promoting an active, healthy lifestyle.

Our Mission
Bike Austin improves quality of life for all of Austin and Central Texas by growing bicycling as a form of transportation, exercise, and recreation.

Guiding Principles
We believe that…

Bicycling should be safe and accessible.
Bicycling positively transforms our community.
Bicycling benefits all people, whether they bicycle or not.
Bicycling is an integral part of a multi-modal transportation system.

Through our work, we pledge to…

Respect each other and enjoy the activities we do together.
Partner and collaborate with public servants, government agencies, and members to accomplish our shared goals.
Strive to engage diverse populations, particularly across lines of gender, age, income, race, ethnicity, and capability.
Be conscious of social equity issues in transportation
Support all people who bicycle, whether new to bicycling or experienced.
Ensure tangible and measurable progress.
Be strategic with our political capital and challenge the status quo.

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